1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
